Miscellaneous Designs

All our items have a history; they have been previously owned, which is part of their unique charm. They have normal signs of age and use and most collectors believe that, too, adds to their allure.

We describe and show items as thoroughly as possible. All weights are for the pair. All items are subject to prior sale. Enjoy browsing our outstanding collection of rare treasures.

#1002 "Craftsman Flower"

Price: $175.00 SOLD

Here is a rare pair of signed and numbered Arts & Crafts copper bookends from the famous Craftsman's
Studio in Laguna Beach, CA. The pair is marked "Hand Made" inside the anvil logo and numbered 268.
They're also marked "Utah Copper." The patina is "absolutely gorgeous."

#1018 Art Deco Geometric

Price: $125.00 SOLD

An emblematic example of the Art Deco sensibility displayed in a striking pair of two-tone cast iron
bookends attributed to Hubley Manufacturing Co. The tonality here is achieved through the artistic use of
surface texture contrasts.

Dimensions:
3-3/4" w x 1-3/4" d x 4-3/4" h
Weight: 1-3/4 lbs.

Condition Comment:
Good vintage condition with only age-appropriate wear.

#1089 Fleur de Lis

Price: $125.00

These are a bold, dramatic and substantial pair of cast iron bookends with a distinctive Old World feel.
Although they are from an unknown foundry, they are believed to be circa 1930s. Their striking sculptural
appearance will add decorative interest to any setting.

Dimensions:
3-1/2" w x 5" d x 8" h
Weight: 9 lbs.

Condition Comment:
Very good vintage condition with wear appropriate to their age.

#1094 Art Deco Pyramid

Price: $595.00

This is an extraordinary Art Deco geometric design and quite a rare set from the celebrated Armor Bronze
foundry, circa 1928. The set is electroformed bronze-clad gray metal finished in red and gold polychrome.
The Armor Bronze foundry marking is on the back of each piece. This truly spectacular set fully
expresses the bold excitement and vivid optimism of the Art Deco era.

Dimensions:
6-1/4" w x 2-1/4" d x 6-1/4" h
Weight: 3-3/4 lbs.

Condition Comment:
Excellent vintage condition with some enamel loss consistent with their age.

#1107 Caduceus

Price: $95.00

Here's an impressive set of heavy-duty bronze-toned bookends with a spectacular golden caduceus in bas
relief that would be perfect for any physician's home or office. The set is from the noted Philadelphia
Mfg. Co. and still has the original foil label intact.

#1146 Deco Geometric Design

Price: $350.00 SOLD

Here is an extraordinary and stunningly exquisite realization of the ultimate in art deco geometric design. This inspired cast iron pair of bookends positively expresses the splendid optimism of the art deco era with their still vibrant polychromed colors and sweeping forms. The set is circa 1930s from the celebrated Bradley & Hubbard foundry.